IQRA Shortlisted for T&A Education Awards

IQRA Primary Academy, located in Manningham, Bradford, has been shortlisted for the prestigious Bradford Telegraph & Argus Schools Awards 2025, a testament to its unwavering commitment to educational excellence and holistic student development. As part of the iExel Education Trust, IQRA serves over 660 pupils and offers a nurturing environment that emphasizes high expectations, mutual respect, and comprehensive care.

The academy's dedication to fostering a love for learning is evident through its broad, knowledge-rich curriculum designed to ignite curiosity and creativity. State-of-the-art facilities, including a food science laboratory, art studio, and science laboratory, provide students with enriching experiences that prepare them for future success. This commitment to excellence has been recognized through various accolades, such as the Good Schools Sports Mark, Music Mark, and Quality Mark for English and Maths.

In 2022, IQRA's pupils gained national acclaim by winning the National Primary Innovation Award at the Business of Science Conference for their creative STEM solutions to real-world problems. The school's focus on science education was further highlighted when it received the Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM) Outreach award, recognizing its excellence in science teaching and leadership.

Being shortlisted is a testament to the hard work of staff, students, and parents. The school eagerly anticipates the awards ceremony, hoping to celebrate this achievement alongside other outstanding institutions across Bradford. Congratulations to everyone at IQRA for this well-deserved recognition!